Comprehensive General Plan Update

West Valley City has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Comprehensive General Plan Update, seeking qualified planning consultants to develop a new city-wide strategic plan. The project requires a detailed proposal that encompasses extensive data collection, community engagement, and the development of a multi-element general plan addressing land use, economic development, transportation, and public services. Deliverables include a Microsoft Word document, digital maps, GIS layers, and a public engagement report. The evaluation criteria for the proposal are comprehensive, with weighted scoring across several key areas: responsiveness (15%), key personnel qualifications (20%), project implementation demonstration (20%), schedule efficiency (15%), technical approach (10%), public engagement plan (10%), and cost-effectiveness (10%). The RFP was posted on July 8, 2025, with proposals due by August 11, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. local time through the Bonfire online submission platform. Proposals must be submitted by qualified planning consultants who can demonstrate expertise in urban planning, community engagement, and strategic municipal development. The selected consultant will be responsible for guiding the plan through adoption processes, including presentations to the Planning Commission and City Council.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the RFP indicates that West Valley City, the second-largest city in Utah, is seeking a consultant capable of addressing a complex urban environment that is over 90% built out. The city requires a forward-looking plan that addresses current community needs, future demographic shifts, and economic development strategies. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are explicitly identified in the provided materials. The RFP does not specify a precise budget range or award value for the project, suggesting that cost will be a factor in the evaluation but is not predetermined. The procurement is open to planning consultants with demonstrated experience in comprehensive municipal planning, with an emphasis on creative public engagement strategies and the ability to produce high-quality, strategically focused planning documents that can guide the city's future development.